ASUS ROG Kithara Wired Open-Back Planar Magnetic Gaming Headset - Black
The ASUS ROG Kithara is a wired open-back gaming headset with ROG-tuned 100mm HIFIMAN planar magnetic drivers, an 8Hz to 55kHz frequency response and a detachable full-band MEMS boom microphone. Swappable plugs and a USB-C adapter connect it to PCs, consoles and mobile devices.
Key Features
- HIFIMAN Planar Drivers: ROG-tuned 100mm planar magnetic drivers co-developed with HIFIMAN deliver vivid detail and very low distortion.
- Open-Back Design: A spacious, natural soundstage helps you place footsteps and effects precisely.
- Full-Band MEMS Mic: A detachable boom mic with a 20Hz to 20kHz response keeps your voice clear and natural.
- No Crosstalk: Dedicated audio and mic wiring on the dual 3.5mm cable keeps chat clean.
- Swappable Plugs: Includes 4.4mm balanced, 3.5mm and 6.3mm plugs plus a USB-C adapter for almost any device.
- All-Day Comfort: A metal frame with aluminium hinges and an eight-level adjustable headband.
Please note: this is an open-back headset, so people near you will hear some of your audio and it does not block outside noise. It is wired only.
Audiophile Planar Sound for Gaming
The ASUS ROG Kithara is a wired open-back gaming headset with ROG-tuned 100mm HIFIMAN planar magnetic drivers, an 8Hz to 55kHz frequency response and a detachable full-band MEMS boom microphone. Swappable plugs and a USB-C adapter connect it to PCs, consoles and mobile devices.
- 100mmHIFIMAN planar drivers
- 8Hz-55kHzfrequency response
- Open-backwide soundstage
- MEMSfull-band boom mic
- 420 gmetal frame
Studio-Grade Sound, Built for Play
HIFIMAN Planar Drivers
ROG-tuned 100mm planar magnetic drivers co-developed with HIFIMAN deliver vivid detail and very low distortion.
Open-Back Design
A spacious, natural soundstage helps you place footsteps and effects precisely.
Full-Band MEMS Mic
A detachable boom mic with a 20Hz to 20kHz response keeps your voice clear and natural.
No Crosstalk
Dedicated audio and mic wiring on the dual 3.5mm cable keeps chat clean.
Swappable Plugs
Includes 4.4mm balanced, 3.5mm and 6.3mm plugs plus a USB-C adapter for almost any device.
All-Day Comfort
A metal frame with aluminium hinges and an eight-level adjustable headband.
Connect Your Devices
PC and Mac
Plug in with the 3.5mm cable or use the USB-C adapter.
Consoles
Works with PS4, PS5 and Nintendo Switch. Xbox consoles connect via the 3.5mm connection.
Hi-Fi Gear
Use the 4.4mm balanced or 6.3mm plug with a DAC or headphone amp.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the ROG Kithara different from other gaming headsets?
It uses 100mm HIFIMAN planar magnetic drivers and an open-back design, giving audiophile-grade detail and a wide soundstage rather than the dynamic drivers most gaming headsets use.
Does the ROG Kithara work with Xbox?
Yes, through the 3.5mm connection.
Is the ROG Kithara wireless?
No. It is a wired headset with swappable plugs and a USB-C adapter.
Is the microphone detachable?
Yes. The full-band MEMS boom microphone is detachable.
Specifications
| Model | ASUS ROG Kithara |
|---|---|
| Type | Wired, open-back, over-ear |
| Drivers | 100mm HIFIMAN planar magnetic |
| Frequency response | 8Hz to 55kHz |
| Impedance | 16 ohms |
| Microphone | Detachable MEMS boom mic, 20Hz to 20kHz, -36dB sensitivity |
| Connection | Dual 3.5mm to dual 3.5mm boom mic cable (1.8 m) |
| Plugs and adapters | 4.4mm balanced, 3.5mm, 6.3mm, USB-C adapter |
| Compatibility | PC, Mac, PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch, iPad, iOS, Android; Xbox via 3.5mm |
| Weight | 420 g |
What’s in the Box
- ASUS ROG Kithara headset
- Boom mic cable
- Swappable plugs and USB-C adapter
- Extra ear cushions
- Quick start guide
Specifications are from ASUS and are subject to change without notice. Images are for illustration. Box contents may vary by region.
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